AE Techron 7212 User manual

7212

Operator’s Manual

Four-Quadrant Power Amplier for Power Utility Testing

574.295.9495 | www.aetechron.com

2507 Warren Street, Elkhart, IN 46516

Three-Year, No-Fault Warranty

SUMMARY OF WARRANTY

AE TECHRON INC., of Elkhart, Indiana (Warrantor)

warrants to you, the ORIGINAL COMMERCIAL PUR-

CHASER and ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER of each

NEW AE TECHRON INC. product, for a period

of three (3) years from the date of purchase, by

the original purchaser (warranty period) that the

product is free of defects in materials and work-

manship and will meet or exceed all advertised

specications for such a product. We further war-

rant the new AE Techron product regardless of

the reason for failure, except as excluded in the

Warranty.

ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY

This AE Techron Warranty is in eect only for failure

of a new AE Techron product which occurred within

the Warranty Period. It does not cover any product

which has been damaged because of any intentional

misuse, or loss which is covered under any of your

insurance contracts. This warranty does not extend

to any product on which the serial number has been

defaced, altered, or removed. It does not cover dam-

age to loads or any other products or accessories

resulting from AE TECHRON INC. product failure. It

does not cover defects or damage caused by the use

of unauthorized modications, accessories, parts, or

service.

WHAT WE WILL DO

We will remedy any defect, regardless of the reason

for failure (except as excluded), by repair or replace-

ment, at our sole discretion. Warranty work can only

be performed at our authorized service centers or at

our factory.

Expenses in remedying the defect will be borne by

AE TECHRON INC., including one-way surface

freight shipping costs within the United States.

(Purchaser must bear the expense of shipping the

product between any foreign country and the port of

entry in the United States and all taxes, duties, and

other customs fees for such foreign shipments.)

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

When you notify us or one of our authorized service

centers of your need for warranty service, you will

receive an authorization to return the product for

service. All components must be shipped in a factory

pack or equivalent which, if needed, may be obtained

from us for a nominal charge. We will take corrective

actions and return the product to you within three

weeks of the date of receipt of the defective prod-

uct, or will make available to you a product of equal

or better performance on temporary loan until your

product can be repaired or replaced and returned to

you. If the repairs made by us are not satisfactory,

notify us immediately.

DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND

INCIDENTAL DAMAGES

You are not entitled to recover from us any conse-

quential or incidental damages resulting from any

defect in our product. This includes any damage to

another product or products resulting from such a

defect.

WARRANTY ALTERATIONS

No person has the authority to enlarge, amend, or

modify this warranty. The warranty is not extended by

the length of time for which you are deprived of the

use of this product. Repairs and replacement parts

provided under the terms of this warranty shall carry

only the unexpired portion of this warranty.

DESIGN CHANGES

We reserve the right to change the design of any

product from time to time without notice and with no

obligation to make corresponding changes in prod-

ucts previously manufactured.

LEGAL REMEDIES OF PURCHASER

There is no warranty that extends beyond the terms

hereof. This written warranty is given in lieu of any

oral or implied warranties not contained herein. We

disclaim all implied warranties, including, without

limitation, any warranties of merchantability or tness

for a particular purpose. No action to enforce this

Warranty shall be commenced later than ninety (90)

days after expiration of the warranty period.

This statement of warranty supersedes any others

contained in this manual for AE Techron products.

AE TECHRON INC.

Customer Service Department

2507 Warren St. Elkhart, IN, 46516, U.S.A.

(574) 295-9495

www.aetechron.c

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Technical Construction File Route

Issued By: AE Techron, Inc. For Compliance Questions Only: Larry Shank

2507 Warren Street 574-295-9495

Elkhart, IN 46516 lshank@aetechron.com

This Declaration of Conformity is issued under the sole responsibility

of AE Techron, Inc., and belongs to the following product:

Equipment Type:Industrial Power Amplifiers

Model Name: 7212

EMC Standards:

EN 61326-1: 2013 – Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory use

— EMC Requirements

EN 55011: 2009 + A1: 2010 – Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) radio-frequency equipment

— Radio disturbance characteristics

— Limits and methods of measurement

EN 61000-4-2: 2009 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques:

Electrostatic discharge immunity test

EN 61000-4-3: 2006 + A2: 2010 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques:

Radiated radio-frequency electromagnetic field immunity test

EN 61000-4-4: 2004 + A1: 2010 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques:

Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test

EN 61000-4-5: 2006 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques:

Surge immunity test

EN 61000-4-6: 2009 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques:

Immunity to conducted disturbances induced by radio frequency field

EN 61000-4-8: 2010 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 4: Testing and measurement techniques:

Power frequency magnetic field immunity test

Safety Standard:

BSEN61010-1:2010 (inc Corr. May 2011) – Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use

I certify that the product identified above conforms to the requirements of the EMC Council Directive 2004/108/EC (until 19

th

April, 2016) and Directive

2014/30/EU (from 20

th

April, 2016), and the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC (until 19

th

April, 2016) and Directive 2014/35/EU (from 20

th

April, 2016).

Signed:

Larry Shank Place of Issue: Elkhart, IN, USA

President Date of Issue: March 18, 2016

CE Affixing Date: March 4, 2011

Contents

1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................6

1.1 Features ................................................................................................................................6

2 Amplier Unpacking and Installation ..............................................................................................7

2.1 Safety First ............................................................................................................................7

2.2 Unpacking

.............................................................................................................................7

2.3 Installation .............................................................................................................................7

3 Connections and Startup ...............................................................................................................8

3.1 Other Operation Modes and Congurations..........................................................................8

3.2 Connecting the Load .............................................................................................................8

3.3 Connecting the Input Signal ..................................................................................................9

3.4 Connecting the AC Supply ..................................................................................................10

3.5 Start-up Procedure ..............................................................................................................10

4 Amplier Operation ......................................................................................................................11

4.1 Front-Panel Controls ...........................................................................................................11

4.2 Front-Panel Indicators .........................................................................................................12

4.3 Back-Panel Controls and Connectors .............................................................................. 14

5 Advanced Conguration ............................................................................................................... 15

5.1 Conguration Access Panel ................................................................................................15

5.2 Conguration Settings Located on the Main Board ............................................................. 15

5.3 Conguration Settings Located on the Power Supply Board ..............................................18

6 Applications ..................................................................................................................................20

6.1 Remote Status and Control using the SIM Interlock I/O Connector ....................................20

6.2 Controlled Current Operation ..............................................................................................24

6.3 Multi-amplier Systems .......................................................................................................28

7 Amplier Signal Flow....................................................................................................................38

7.1 Input Signals........................................................................................................................38

7.2 AC Mains Power ..................................................................................................................38

8 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................39

8.1 Clean Amplier Filter and Grills ...........................................................................................39

9 Troubleshooting

...........................................................................................................................40

9.1 Introduction & Precautions ..................................................................................................40

9.2 Visual Inspection .................................................................................................................40

9.3 No Signal .............................................................................................................................41

9.4 No LEDs Illuminated or No Fans ......................................................................................... 41

9.5 OverVoltage LED Lit ............................................................................................................ 41

9.6 Standby LED Remains Illuminated......................................................................................41

9.7 Amplier Overheats (Over Temp Fault Condition) ...............................................................42

9.8 Fault LED is Illuminated ......................................................................................................42

9.9 Factory Service ...................................................................................................................42

10 Specications

.............................................................................................................................44

List of Figures

Figure 1.1 – 7212 Front Panel ............................................................................................................. 6

Figure 3.1 – 7212 Back Panel .............................................................................................................8

Figure 3.2 – Closeup of the Output Terminals .....................................................................................9

Figure 3.3 – Connecting the Load .......................................................................................................9

Figure 3.4 – Closeup of SIM card ........................................................................................................ 9

Figure 3.5 – Wiring and Internal Connections for BNC and Terminal Block Connectors .....................9

Figure 3.6 – Closeup of AC Mains Outlet ..........................................................................................10

Figure 3.7 – Sample of Congurations Setting Label ........................................................................10

Figure 4.1 – Power Switch.................................................................................................................11

Figure 4.2 – Gain Control ..................................................................................................................11

Figure 4.3 – Push Buttons ................................................................................................................. 11

Figure 4.4 – Indicators .......................................................................................................................12

Figure 4.5 – Main Status Indicators ................................................................................................... 12

Figure 4.6 – Fault Status Indicators...................................................................................................13

Figure 4.7 – Back Panel Controls and Connectors ...........................................................................14

Figure 5.1 – Access Panel Screw Locations .....................................................................................15

Figure 5.2 – Main Board Location Inside Access Panel ....................................................................16

Figure 5.3 – Master/Follower Setting.................................................................................................16

Figure 5.4 – Gain Trim Control ..........................................................................................................16

Figure 5.5 – Controlled-Voltage/Controlled-Current Mode Setting ....................................................17

Figure 5.6 – Compensation Setting ...................................................................................................17

Figure 5.7 – Run Mode/Stop Mode on Power-Up Setting .................................................................17

Figure 5.8 – Standby Mode on Over Load Setting ............................................................................18

Figure 5.9 – Accessing the Power Supply Board ..............................................................................18

Figure 5.10 – Location of Amplier High-Voltage Transformer Sockets ............................................19

Figure 5.11 – J3 and J7 Plug Locations for High-Current Output ...................................................... 19

Figure 5.12 – J4 and J8 Plug Locations for High-Voltage Output .....................................................19

Figure 5.13 – Bi-Level Power Switch Location ..................................................................................19

Figure 6.1 – Remote Status and Control Pinouts ..............................................................................20

Figure 6.2 – Remote Run/Standby Monitor .......................................................................................20

Figure 6.3 – Remote Status and Reset Schematic ...........................................................................21

Figure 6.4 – Remote Enable/Standby ...............................................................................................22

Figure 6.5 – Remote Voltage Monitoring ...........................................................................................23

Figure 6.6 – Remote Current Monitoring ...........................................................................................23

Figure 6.7 – Remote Current Monitoring, Alternate Method .............................................................. 24

Figure 6.8 – Input to Output Comparison, Controlled-Voltage Operation .......................................... 24

Figure 6.9 – Input to Output Comparison, Controlled-Current Operation .......................................... 25

Figure 6.10 – Factory-installed Default RC Network .........................................................................25

Figure 6.11 – Custom Compensation Location .................................................................................27

Figure 6.12 – Compensation Eects on Waveform ...........................................................................27

Figure 6.13 – Square Wave Showing a Decrease in R is Required ..................................................28

Figure 6.14 – Square Wave Showing an Increase in R is Required .................................................28

Figure 6.15 – Square Wave Showing an Increase in C is Required .................................................28

Figure 6.16 – Main Status Indicators for Multi-Amplier Systems .....................................................31

Figure 6.17 – Fault Status Indicators for Multi-Amplier Systems ..................................................... 32

Figure 7.1 – Board-Level Functional Block Diagram .........................................................................38

Figure 9.1 – +Vcc and –Vcc Point Locations ..................................................................................... 40

Figure 9.2 – Fuse F1 Location...........................................................................................................41

Figure 9.3 – Interlock I/O Connector .................................................................................................41

Figure 10.1 – Voltage Potential vs. Frequency .................................................................................. 45

Figure 10.2 – Frequency Response ..................................................................................................45

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7212 OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 1

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1 Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the 7212

four-quadrant power amplier.

The 7212 amplier is a four-quadrant, 0.44 kVA,

DC-enabled power amplier that was created to

meet the exacting requirements of the power utility

industry. It features a DC to 250 kHz bandwidth,

low noise oor, fast slew rate, and a 113V RMS

potential. The 7212 can be combined to form a

3-phase Y voltage source, and has a wide range of

eld-congurable options.

A single 7212 can output a 40 mSec pulse with up

to 30 amperes peak current. In continuous opera-

tion, a 7212 can provide 440 watts RMS of output

power. If more voltage is needed, up to four ampli-

ers can be combined in series and operate as a

single system.

The 7212 can operate in either voltage or current

mode and can be congured by the customer for

high-voltage/low-current, medium voltage and cur-

rent, or low-

voltage/high-current applications. It provides very

low noise and fast slew rates, and can safely drive

a wide range of resistive or inductive loads.

1.1 Features

• Phase Stability: DC – 250 kHz bandwidth

design minimizes phase shift of system output

when reproducing the most rapid fault events

• Low Noise: Noise floor of only 300 µV

• User-selectable controlled-voltage or

controlled-current modes of operation

• Can be field-configured for high-voltage/low

current, medium voltage and current, or low-

voltage/high-current applications

• System output of over 1,700 watts is possible

with multiple, interconnected amplifiers

• Efficient design and light-weight chassis

materials allow amplifier to occupy only 2U

height and weigh only 35 lbs

• Protection circuitry protects the amplifier from

input overloads, improper output connection

(including shorted and improper loads), over-

temperature, over-current, and supply voltages

that are too high or low

Figure 1.1 – 7212 Front Panel

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7212 OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 2

2 Amplier Unpacking and

Installation

The 7212 amplier is a precision instrument that

can be dangerous if not handled properly. Lethal

voltages are present in both the AC input supply

and the outputs of this amplier. For this reason,

safety should be your primary concern when you

setup and operate this amplier.

2.1 Safety First

Throughout this manual special emphasis is

placed on good safety practices. The following

graphics are used to highlight certain topics that

require extra precaution.

Along with any additional accessories purchased

by the customer, all 7212 ampliers ship with the

following:

• 7212 Amplifier

• Toolkit (contains one #2 Phillips screwdriver

and four rubber feet)

• Power Cord

• 7212 Operator’s Manual USB drive and Quick

Start sheet

2.3 Installation

The 7212 amplier is packaged in a rugged

powder-coated aluminum chassis. This chassis is

2U (rack units) tall, and has rack “ears” on each

side of the front panel for mounting to a standard

EIA (Electronic Industries Association) rack. Use

standard rack mounting hardware to mount the

amplier. Use nylon washers if you wish to protect

the powder-coat nish on the front of the amplier.

Optionally, the amplier can be placed on a

bench top; please keep in mind that the protective

powder-coating can be scratched when placed

on other equipment or on a bench top, especially

when there is dirt present. To protect the nish, a

set of rubber feet is included in the toolkit that can

be installed on the bottom of the amplier.

Allow ample space on the sides and especially

the back of the amplier for heated air to escape.

The amplier should be mounted in a rack that is

adequately ventilated and not sealed. Likewise,

the front of the amplier should be unobstructed to

allow cool air to enter the amplier.

DANGER represents the most severe

hazard alert. Extreme bodily harm or

death will occur if these guidelines are

not followed. Note the explanation of the

hazard and instruction for avoiding it.

DANGER

WARNING alerts you to hazards that

could result in severe injury or death.

Note the explanation of the hazard and

the instructions for avoiding it.

WARNING

CAUTION indicates hazards that could

result in potential injury or equipment

or property damage. Once again, note

the explanation of the hazard and the

instructions for avoiding it.

CAUTION

Do not operate the amplier in a small

sealed chamber of any kind. Improper

operations and overheating will result.

CAUTION

2.2 Unpacking

All ampliers are tested and inspected for dam-

age before leaving the factory. Carefully unpack

and inspect the amplier for damage. Please note

any damage for future reference and notify the

shipping company immediately if damage is

found.

Also, please save the shipping carton and

materials as evidence of damage and/or for return-

ing the amplier for repair.

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7212 OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 3

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3 Connections and Startup

This section details the wiring and startup pro-

cedures for a single 7212 amplier operating in

Controlled-Voltage mode (factory default). Before

connecting the amplier, make sure the AC power

cord is unplugged.

3.1 Other Operation Modes and

Congurations

The 7212 amplier can be eld-congured for

operation in a number of ways. The amplier can

be operated in Controlled-Voltage or Controlled-

Current mode. It also can be congured for opera-

tion as a part of a multi-amplier system. These

alternate congurations may require special output

wiring and/or additional components.

3.1.1 Controlled-Current Operation of a

Stand-Alone Amplier

If your application requires Controlled Current

operation, the amplier rst should be wired and

tested in Controlled-Voltage mode to verify that the

amplier and input signal are operating correctly.

Once proper operation is conrmed, refer to the

“Applications” section of this manual for instruc-

tions on conguring and operating your amplier in

Controlled-Current mode.

3.1.2 Multi-Amp Operation

If your application requires multi-amp operation for

increased voltage or current, each amplier should

rst be wired and tested individually in Controlled-

Voltage mode to ensure proper operation.

To congure two or more ampliers for Series or

Parallel operation in Controlled-Voltage mode, refer

to the Multi-Amp Conguration Guide

(available

for download from aetechron.com).

For Series or Parallel operation in Controlled-Volt-

age mode, refer to the “Applications” section of

this manual.

For Series operation in Controlled-Current

mode,

you should select one amplier to be oper-

ated as the “Master” amplier of the system, and

then refer to the “Applications” section of this

manual for instructions on conguring this ampli-

er for operation in Controlled-Current mode. After

the Master amplier is congured and tested for

Controlled-Current operation, refer to the Multi-

Amp Conguration Guide

(available for down-

load from aetechron.com) for information on Series

system conguration.

For Parallel operation in Controlled-Current

mode, please contact AE Techron Technical

Support for assistance.

3.2 Connecting the Load

Before connecting the amplier, make sure the

AC power cord is unplugged.

Always use the appropriate wire size and insula-

tion for the maximum current and voltage expected

at the output. Never connect the output of the

amplier to any other model amplier, power sup-

Figure 3.1 – 7212 Back Panel

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD.

Output potentials can be lethal. Make

connections only with AC Power OFF

and input signals removed.

WARNING

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7212 OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 3

Figure 3.3 – Connecting the Load

ply, signal source, or other inappropriate load; re

can result.

NOTE: The 7212 amplier comes with a factory-in-

stalled 2.7-ohm, 2W, 5%, metal-oxide resistor con-

necting the terminals marked “COM and “CHAS-

SIS GROUND” (see Figure 3.2). This resistor

should NOT be removed. WARNING: Removing

this resistor can cause dangerous output and/

or damage to the load.

Connection to the output of the amplier is to a

3-position terminal strip with #8 screws. Wires

terminated with #8 ring terminals, tinned wires

up to 10GA in size, or bus bars with 0.18 in. (4.6

mm) holes are recommended when connecting to

the output terminals. Connect the load across the

terminals marked “OUTPUT” (positive) and “COM”

(negative/ground). The third terminal, “CHAS-

SIS GROUND” can be connected to an external

ground point such as the rack chassis. See Figure

3.3.

3.3 Connecting the Input Signal

The input signal source is connected to the ampli-

er through a “SIM (Specialized Input Module)

Card” located on the amplier back panel (see Fig-

ure 3.4

). The SIM card contains two input connec-

Figure 3.2 – Closeup of the Output Terminals

Figure 3.4 – Closeup of SIM card

Figure 3.5 – Wiring and Internal Connections for

BNC and Terminal Block Connectors

tors (BNC and three-pin terminal block), an Input

Select switch, and a 37-pin Interlock – I/O Connec-

tor. Please refer to the Applications section for

information on using the Interlock – I/O Connector.

Connect from your signal source using either the

BNC jack or the three-pin terminal block connector.

Use the Input Select switch to enable Unbalanced

or Balanced wiring as shown in Figure 3.5.

Note that the Input Select switch functions as

a Ground Lift switch for the BNC Input connec-

tor. If circulating currents/ground loops/60-Hz

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Hum occur when using the BNC Input, move

the Input Select switch to the right to lift the

ground on the connector.

Connect using cables that are high quality and

shielded to minimize noise and to guard against

possible feedback.

3.4 Connecting the AC Supply

The power cord connects to a standard 20 amp

3-pin IEC-type male connector on the back panel

(see Figure 3.6). Make sure the Breaker/Switch on

the front panel is switched to the OFF (O) position.

Make sure the power cord is inserted and seated

fully into the IEC connector by moving it slightly

back and forth and up and down while pushing

in. The power cord is relatively sti and should be

routed so that there is no excessive force pulling to

the sides or up or down that would stress the pins

or internal connections. Tighten the cord strain

relief screw to lock the power cord in place.

Figure 3.7 – Sample of Congurations Setting Label

Review the factory-set supply voltage and ampli-

er conguration detailed on the label placed on

the side of the amplier (see Figure 3.7). This

conguration can be changed by the user. See the

Advanced Conguration section for more infor-

mation.

3.5 Start-up Procedure

1. Turn down the level of your signal source.

2. Turn down the gain control of the amplier.

3. Depress the POWER switch to turn the

amplier ON.

4. Wait for the yellow READY and green RUN

LEDs to illuminate.

5. Adjust the level of your input signal source

to achieve the desired output level.

6. Turn up the Gain control on the amplier

until the desired voltage or power level is

achieved.

7. Adjust the input signal level to achieve the

desired output level.

Figure 3.6 – Closeup of AC Mains Outlet

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7212 OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 4

4 Amplier Operation

4.1 Front-Panel Controls

This section provides an overview of Front-Panel

controls and indicators found on the 7212.

4.1.1 Power Switch

The Power Switch controls the AC mains power to

the amplier. Switch to the ON position (|) to turn

the amplier on. Switch to the OFF position (O) to

turn the amplier o. See Figure 3.1.

The Power Switch also serves as a Breaker. When

the Breaker is tripped, the Power Switch moves to

a neutral position between ON and OFF. To reset

the Breaker, turn the amplier OFF (O) and then

turn it back ON (I).

4.1.2 Gain Control

The Gain Control Knob increases/decreases the

gain from 0 – 100% of the overall Gain (factory

default Gain is 20). See Figure 3.2.

4.1.3 Push Buttons

There are three Push Buttons on the 7212.

Enable –

For stand-alone ampliers, Enable will

release the amplier from Stop mode and place

the amplier in Run mode (both Ready and Run

LEDs will be lit). When the amplier is placed

in Run mode, the amplier will amplify the input

signal. If an amplier is disabled using a Remote

Standby application, the amplier will be placed in

Standby mode (both Ready and Standby LEDs will

be lit). To return the amplier to Run mode, release

the Standby condition using the remote switch.

See the “Applications” section of this manual for

more information on remote amplier operation.

In multi-amp systems that have been congured to

start up in Standby mode, when the Enable button

is pressed on one amplier, the amplier will be

placed in Standby mode and remain in Standby

mode until all ampliers in the system have been

Enabled. The system will automatically proceed

to Run mode when all ampliers in the system

achieve Standby mode.

Stop –

For stand-alone ampliers, Stop will place

the amplier in Stop mode (both Standby and Stop

LEDs will be lit). When the amplier is part of a

multi-amp system, pressing the Stop button on any

amplier in the system will place that amplier in

Stop mode and all other ampliers in the system

in Standby mode. When an amplier is in Stop or

Standby mode, the low-voltage transformer is en-

ergized but the high-voltage transformers are not.

Figure 4.1 – Power Switch

Figure 4.2 – Gain Control

Figure 4.3 – Push Buttons

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Reset – For stand-alone ampliers, when a fault

condition occurs, the amplier may be placed in

Standby mode (Standby LED will be lit), depending

on the amplier conguration and the fault condi-

tion. To release the amplier from Standby mode,

clear the fault condition and then press the Reset

button. If the amplier is in Run mode when the

fault condition occurs, pressing the Reset button

will return the amplier to Run mode. If the ampli-

er is in Stop mode when the fault condition occurs,

pressing the Reset button will return the amplier

to Stop mode.

When the amplier is part of a multi-amp system,

pressing the Reset button on the amplier report-

ing the fault condition will clear the condition and

return all ampliers to Run or Stop mode; pressing

the Reset button on other ampliers in the system

will NOT clear the fault condition.

Figure 4.4 – Indicators

4.2 Front-Panel Indicators

4.2.1 Main Status Indicators

Four Main Status indicators are located on the am-

plier’s front-panel (see Figure 4.4). These LEDs

monitor the internal conditions of the amplier and

indicate the current state of operation. The chart in

Figure 4.5 details the operational modes indicated

by the Main Status indicators.

NOTE: See the “Applications” section for main

status indicator interpretation when operating a

multi-amp system.

Figure 4.5 – Main Status Indicators

Indicator is lit Indicator is not lit Indicator may be lit

Main Status

Indicators State of Operation Action Needed to Return to Run Mode

Run

Ready

Standby

Stop

Run mode: The amplier’s high-voltage trans-

formers are energized and the unit will amplify

the input signal. Run mode is initiated by: (1) the

Enable push button, or (2) when the amplier

powers up in Run mode (factory default). See

the “Advanced Conguration” section for more

information.

N/A

Run

Ready

Standby

Stop

Remote Standby mode: Standby mode indi-

cates that the amplier is functioning properly and

all Fault Status modes are clear, but it is being held

in Standby by an external condition. As congured

from the factory (Run mode on startup), the ampli-

er will enter Remote Standby mode briey after

powering up, and then will move automatically into

Run mode. In Remote Standby mode, the ampli-

er’s low-voltage transformer is energized but the

high-voltage transformers are not.

If the amplier remains in Remote Standby

mode, it is being held in Standby by remote

control through the SIM Interlock I/O connec-

tor. Open the Enable/Standby switch to clear

this Remote Standby condition and return the

amplier to Run mode. See the “Applications”

section of this manual for more information on

remote amplier operation.

Run

Ready

Standby

Stop

Standby/Stop mode: When the Stop button on

the amplier front panel is pressed, the amplier

will enter Standby/Stop mode. The amplier may

also enter Standby/Stop mode after powering up

if the amplier is congured to enter Stop mode

on startup. In StandbyStop mode, the amplier’s

low-voltage transformer is energized but the high-

voltage transformers are not.

To release the amplier from Standby/Stop

mode, press the Enable button.

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4.2.2 Fault Status Indicators

Four Fault Status indicators are located on the

amplier front panel (see Figure 4.4). These LEDs

monitor the internal conditions of the amplier

and will illuminate when a fault condition occurs.

Depending on the fault condition and the congu-

ration of the unit, the amplier may be placed in

Standby mode when a fault condition occurs. Re-

fer to the chart in Figure 4.6 to determine the fault

condition being indicated and the action required

to clear the fault condition.

NOTE: See the “Applications” section for fault

status indicator interpretation when operating a

multi-amp system.

Figure 4.6 – Fault Status Indicators

Indicator is lit Indicator is not lit Indicator may be lit

Main Status

Indicators

Fault Status

Indicators State of Operation

Action Needed to Clear Fault

Condition and Return to

Run Mode

Run

Ready

Standby

Stop

Fault

Over Load

Over Temp

Over Voltage

Output Fault status: This indicates

that an Output Fault condition has oc-

curred and the amplier has been placed

in Standby mode. The Fault indicator

will light under two conditions: 1) High-

frequency oscillation is causing high

shoot-through current; or 2) An output

transistor has shorted, causing the output

fault condition.

This fault condition cannot be cleared

using the front-panel Reset button. See

the “Troubleshooting” section for more

information on diagnosing and clearing

this fault condition.

Run

Ready

Standby

Stop

Fault

Over Load

Over Temp

Over Voltage

Over Load status: This indicates that

the output of the amplier could not follow

the input signal due to voltage or current

limits. Under normal operation with the

factory-default settings, an Over Load

condition will not place the amplier in

Standby mode. If the amplier has been

congured to be forced to Standby on

Over Load, the amplier will be placed in

Standby mode when the Over Load indica-

tor lights.

To remedy the Over Load fault during

operation, turn down the level of the input

signal until the Over Load indicator turns

o. To clear an Over Load fault condition

when the amplier is forced to Standby,

turn down the level of the input signal,

then push the Reset button.

Run

Ready

Standby

Stop

Fault

Over Load

Over Temp

Over Voltage

Over Temp status: The amplier

monitors the temperature inside the high-

voltage transformers, low-voltage trans-

former and in the output stage heat sinks.

The Over Temp indicator will light and the

amplier will be placed in Standby mode

when the temperature sensors detect a

condition that would damage the ampli-

er. If the Over Temp pulse is extremely

short, as in the case of defective wiring or

switches, the Over Temp LED may be lit

too briey to observe.

To reset after an Over Temp fault has

occurred, make sure the fans are running,

and then remove the input signal from the

amplier. Allow the fans to run for about

5 minutes, and then push and hold the

Reset button to return the amplier to

Run mode (factory default) or Standby/

Stop mode (if the amplier has been

congured to start up in Standby mode).

See the “Troubleshooting” section for

information on correcting the cause of an

Over Temp fault condition.

Run

Ready

Standby

Stop

Fault

Over Load

Over Temp

Over Voltage

Over Voltage status: This indicates

that the AC mains voltage is more than

+10% of nominal. The amplier will be

forced to Standby when an Over Voltage

condition occurs. When the Over Voltage

condition is cleared, the amplier will auto-

matically return to Run mode.

To clear an Over Voltage fault condition,

the AC mains must be brought down to

the nominal value. If the amplier does

not return to Run mode when the Over

Voltage condition has cleared, the ampli-

er may require servicing. Please see

the “Troubleshooting” section for more

information.

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4.3 Back-Panel Controls

and Connectors

This section provides an overview of Back-Panel

controls and connectors found on the 7212. Please

refer to Figure 4.7 for visual locations.

AC Supply – Standard 20 amp 3-pin IEC-type

male connector.

Output Terminal Strip – Connect output lines

from the load to this 3-position terminal strip with

#8 screws. It accepts up to #10 AWG wire.

BNC Input Connector – This input option pro-

vides a standard unbalanced input tied to ground

or input with ground lifted.

Input Selector Switch – When in the LEFT posi-

tion, both the terminal block and BNC input con-

nectors are unbalanced with ground. When in the

RIGHT position, the terminal block input connector

is balanced, and the BNC input connector’s ground

connection is lifted. If circulating currents/ground

loops/60-Hz Hum occur when using the BNC input,

move the Input Select switch to the right to lift the

ground on this connector.

Three-Pin Terminal Block Input Connector –

This input option can provide a balanced or unbal-

ance input, depending on the position of the Input

Selector switch.

Interlock Connector –

This 25-pin, D-sub connec-

tor is used for interlocking and combining functions

in a system of multiple ampliers. It can also be

used for remote control and monitoring applica-

tions (see the “Applications” section for more

information).

Figure 4.7 – Back Panel Controls and Connectors

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7212 OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 5

5 Advanced Conguration

The 7212 amplier was designed to oer excep-

tional versatility in operation. You can choose from

a range of eld-congurable options, including:

• Operate as a stand-alone amplifier or as part of

a multiple-amplifier system.

• Operate with variable gain control or at a fixed

gain setting of 20.

• Select Controlled-Current or Controlled-Voltage

modes of operation.

• Trigger Standby mode when specified fault

conditions occur during operation.

• Select the Stop mode state at power-up, or go

immediately to the Run mode state at power-up.

• Configure for use in high voltage applications,

high current applications, or for applications

requiring mid-level amounts of both voltage

and current.

Your 7212 amplier has been pre-congured to

your specications before shipping from the fac-

tory. These initial settings are detailed on your

7212 Proof of Performance sheet and on a label

located on the side of the amplier.

If you need to make changes to your amplier’s

conguration, please follow the instructions con-

tained in this chapter.

5.1 Conguration Access Panel

The 7212 amplier contains an Access Panel built

into the top cover. Most conguration settings

can be made through this Access Panel. For your

convenience, a #2 Phillips screwdriver is provided

in your Toolkit for use in this procedure.

IMPORTANT: Before removing the Access

Panel, make sure the amplier is turned o

for at least 3-5 minutes and the AC mains are

disconnected.

1. Locate the Access Panel as shown in Figure

5.1. Make sure that all 8 screws are acces-

sible. Remove the unit from its rack, if neces-

sary.

2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver (provided), re-

move the 8 screws located on the top and side

of the amplier.

3. Remove the Access Panel and set it aside.

Do not attempt to access the Main Board

or Power Supply Board while the ampli-

er is running. Turn the amplier o and

disconnect the AC Mains before opening

the Access Panel.

WARNING

After turning the amplier o, let the unit

sit for 2 minutes before removing the Ac-

cess Panel. This will allow the electrical

charge in the Power Supply capacitors

to discharge.

CAUTION

Figure 5.1 – Access Panel Screw Locations

5.2 Conguration Settings Located on

the Main Board

The following custom settings can be made via

jumper settings on the Main Board, which is

located inside the Access Panel compartment, as

shown in Figure 5.2.

• Master/Follower setting for stand-alone or

multiple-amplifier systems.

• Variable or Fixed Gain setting.

• Controlled Current/Controlled Voltage setting.

• Compensation setting to select RC network

when operating in Controlled Current mode.

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• Stop Mode/Run Mode setting for selection of

power-up state.

• Standby mode on Over Temp setting to trigger

Standby mode when amplifier senses an Over-

Temperature state.

• Standby mode on Over Load setting to trigger

Standby mode when amplifier senses an Over

Load state.

Figure 5.2 – Main Board Location Inside

Access Panel

Figure 5.3 – Master/Follower Setting

Figure 5.4 – Gain Trim Control

5.3.

5.2.2 Fixed Gain/Variable Gain Setting

The 7212 amplier ships with an enabled Gain

Control knob (located on the amplier front panel).

To disable the Variable Gain control and set for a

Fixed Gain of 20,

locate and unplug the red con-

nector from jumper J10. Then place a jumper on

the left two pins at that location. See Figure 5.4.

5.2.1 Master/Follower Setting

To enable the 7212 amplier for use as a single

amplier or as the Master amplier in a multi-ampli-

er system, set jumpers P1 and P2 in the Master

position (jumpers across top two pins of each set).

To enable the 7212 amplier for use as a Follower

amplier in a multi-amplier system, set jump-

ers P1 and P2 in the Follower

position (jumpers

across bottom two pins of each set). See Figure

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7212 OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 5

5.2.3 Controlled-Voltage/

Controlled-Current Mode Setting

To allow the 7212 amplier’s output voltage to be

controlled by its input voltage signal, place jumper

J4 in the Right position. To allow the 7212 ampli-

er’s output current to be controlled by its input

voltage signal, place jumper J4 in the Left posi-

tion. See Figure 5.5. For more information on

Controlled-Current operation, see the “Applica-

tions” section of this manual.

Figure 5.5 – Controlled-Voltage/

Controlled-Current Mode Setting

Figure 5.6 – Compensation Setting

Figure 5.7 – Run Mode/Stop Mode

on Power-Up Setting

5.2.4 Compensation Setting

(Controlled-Current Mode)

When the 7212 amplier is used in Controlled-

Current mode, the current control loop is tuned

with one of two available RC networks. Place

jumper J5 in the Up position to select CC1 net-

work. Place jumper J5 in the Down position to

select CC2 network. See Figure 5.6. For more

information on Controlled-Current operation, see

the “Applications” section of this manual.

5.2.5 Run Mode/Stop Mode on

Power-Up Setting

The 7212 amplier will power-up to Run Mode

when jumper J11 is in the Left

position (default

setting). To cause the 7212 amplier to enter Stop

Mode on power-up, place jumper J11 in the Right

position. See Figure 5.7.

In Controlled-Current Mode, the load is part of the

amplier circuit, and the relationship of the load to the

amplier is critical. For proper and safe operation in

Controlled-Current mode, you must obverve the follow-

ing guidelines:

1. Properly attach a load before operating the

amplier.

2. DO NOT use a blocking capacitor. The load must

have a DC path.

3. Never leave the load open. If you feel the load must

be fused, which could lead to a potential open circuit,

please contact AE Techron Application Engineering

department.

CAUTION

4. Check to make sure the load has some inductive

component.

5. Provide appropriate Compenation for the load.

6. If oscillation occurs, turn of the amplier immediately.

Failure to follow these guidelines may result

in damage to the amplier or load.

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Figure 5.8 – Standby Mode on Over Load Setting

5.2.6 Standby Mode on

Over Load Setting

When enabled, the 7212 amplier will move into

Standby mode when it senses an activation of the

IOC (Input/Output Comparator) Distortion Alert

circuit. The IOC Distortion Alert circuit continuously

compares the input waveform to the output wave-

form. When a distortion of more than 0.5% occurs,

the IOC circuit will activate. The amplier will re-

main in Standby Mode until the Reset switch on the

front panel is pushed or a Reset signal is received

on the Interlock – I/O Connector. Once reset, the

amplier will return to Run mode. To enable Stand-

by mode on Over Load, place the jumper across

the two pins labeled J13. See Figure 5.8.

5.3 Conguration Settings Located on

the Power Supply Board

The following custom settings can be made via

plug-in connectors located on the Power Supply

Board:

• Amplifier Voltage Potential setting (high current

or high voltage)

• Bi-Level Power Supply setting

5.3.1 Accessing the Power Supply

Board

To access the Power Supply Board, follow the in-

structions given at the beginning of this Section to

open the Conguration Access Panel. The Power

Supply Board is located to the right of the Main

Board, as shown in Figure 5.9.

5.3.2 Changing Amplier Voltage

Potential

The amplier can be congured for High Current

(90V) or High Voltage (180V) operation via user-

selectable plugs on the Power Supply Board.

Complete the following steps to change the ampli-

er voltage potential.

1. Locate the two XFMR sections (left of Line

Voltage sections) (see Figure 5.10).

2. For High Current (90V) Output (see Figure

5.11

).

3. For High Voltage (180V) Output (see Figure

5.12).

5.3.3 Changing Bi-Level Power Supply

Function

The amplier provides three Bi-Level switch set-

tings: Automatic, High, or Low. The user can

select between settings via a switch on the Power

Supply Board.

To access and change the Bi-Level Power Switch,

follow these steps:

Figure 5.9 – Accessing the Power Supply Board

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7212 OPERATOR’S MANUAL – SECTION 5

1. Locate the SIM Input Card on the right side of

the rear panel of the amplier.

2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver (provided),

remove the 2 screws located at the edges of

the SIM card.

3. Keeping the ribbon cable attached, remove the

SIM card from the amplier until it is completely

clear from the card bay.

4. Locate Bi-Level Power Switch, S1, a black,

three-position switch at the rear of the card

bay.(See Figure 5.13)

5. Move Black switch to desired setting. If neces-

sary, use a pointed, non-metallic object (such

as a pen) to help in moving the switch.

a. Automatic – Left

b. Low – Middle

c. High – Right

5.3.4 Selecting the Best Voltage Poten-

tial and Bi-Level Power Switch Settings

for Your Application

The output of the amplier will be determined by

the combination of settings used for both Voltage

Potential and Bi-Level Power Switch.

OUTPUT VOLTAGE

BI-LEVEL

SWITCH

SETTING

VOLTAGE POTENTIAL SETTING

High Current

(90V)

High Voltage

(180V)

AUTO 45 - 90 90 - 180

HIGH 90 180

LOW 45 90

Use the following general guidelines to select the

best combination of settings to t your requirements:

OUTPUT

LOAD

SettingsContinuous Pulse

High

Voltage 16, 8 ohm 16, 8, 4 ohm 180 V Auto

Mid-

Level 4, 2 ohm 2, 1 ohm 90 V Auto

High

Current 1, 0.5 ohm

0.75 - 0.25

ohm 90 V Low

Also see the “Specications” section for more

information.

Figure 5.10 – Location of Amplier High-Voltage

Transformer Sockets

Figure 5.11 – J3 and J7 Plug Locations for

High-Current Output

Figure 5.12 – J4 and J8 Plug Locations for

High-Voltage Output

Figure 5.13 – Bi-Level Power Switch Location

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6 Applications

6.1 Remote Status and Control using

the SIM Interlock I/O Connector

The procedures outlined in this section assume

competence on the part of the reader in terms of

amplier systems, electronic components, and

good electronic safety and working practices.

AE Techron 7212 ampliers come with a SIM-BNC

input module that also contains a female, 25-pin

D-Sub connector. This connector can be used

to provide remote control and monitoring of the

amplier.

The information provided here will instruct you in

the wiring of several control and status applica-

tions including:

• Remote Enable / Standby

• Over-temperature status

• Run status

• Overload status

• Overvoltage status

• Reset after Over-temperature or Overload error

• Voltage monitor

• Current monitor

Figure 6.1 maps the pins used for these applications.

For a detailed chart of all DB-25 pinouts,

see “Appendix 1.”

Figure 6.1 – Remote Status and Control Pinouts

Figure 6.2 – Remote Run/Standby Monitor

6.1.1 Remote Run/Standby Status

Monitor

Using the SIM-BNC Interlock connector located on

the back panel of the amplier, you can remotely

monitor the Run/Standby status of the amplier.

Remote Run/Standby Status

Purpose:

Use a voltage meter to monitor the sta-

tus of the amplier to determine if the amplier is in

a “Run” or “Standby” state.

Method: Connect a voltage meter to monitor the

circuit voltage. Connect across PIN 4 (Interlock)

and PIN 10 (Sampled Common).

When the voltage meter reads greater than 10V,

the amplier is in the Run state; when the meter

reads less than 10V, the amplier is in the Standby

state. See Figure 6.2.

Signal Type: DC

Level when Asserted: >10 V

Level when Deasserted: <10 V

IMPORTANT:

This circuit has a 100K pull-up resis-

tor. Make sure the monitor function has sucient

impedance to avoid accidentally inuencing status.

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